Heat Pumps for Cold Climate Heating: Variable Volume Ratio Two-Stage Vapor Compression Air Source Heat Pump Technology and Applications

Air source heat pumps are mainly used for space heating, and have the advantages of environmental protection, energy saving, and comfort. Written by leading heat pump technology expert Hui Huang, this book summarizes the research and applications of variable volume ratio two-stage vapor compression air source heat pump technology, and its use in cold climate regions. This book can be used for reference by scientific researchers and engineers engaged in research on air source heat pump technology, product development and popularization; and by energy management and policy researchers. It will also be of value to undergraduate and graduate students studying these areas of technology.

Hui Huang currently serves as the Executive President of Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai, China, the world’s largest manufacturer of such products. Mr. Huang obtained his Master’s Degree from Central South University, in Mechanical Engineering. His engineering specialties are refrigeration, air conditioning, heat pumps, compressors, and motors, and he served as the Director of the National Engineering Research Center of Green Refrigeration Equiment. Mr. Huang has received numerous honors and awards for his accomplishments in these technical elds. He is the author of three books, and has been involved with eleven national-level projects.